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Create a channel Learn moreWhile looking for a RDS mount for my Spuhr, I noticed something fishy on the Spuhr site.... is it me or is he looking through a scope with the lens cap still closed?
It does look that way. However, the cap looks like a Butler Creek, some of which are the clear plastic see-through variety. Except for the shitty overall quality that is Butler Creek, those are nice for hunting. They allow you to take an unexpected quick shot if needed. However, if you're hunkered down and all snipe-y like that guy, you should probably have it flipped up so that your image is rendered by your multi-thousand dollar scope and not a 2 dollar Chinese chunk of plastic. It's still fishy to me...
Well since I couldn't find a good deal on a 22" 6.5cm barrel, I think I'm going to go with the 18" barrel and get a covert handguard. I was looking at ES Tac's 22.5 kit, the below graph says I'll lose about 100fps muzzle velocity. Am I going to notice that, any idea on max range I could get out of the 18" barrel?
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Also, what the two would look like... Not much difference in length, but I could get a shorter 308 or 556/223 barrel in the future for plinking.
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Has anyone had to deal w/ DT customer service? My mag release on the right side won't release on my new SRS and I can't get a hold of anyone there. Are they on vacation?
Kind of disappointing given the price pointI've tried several times to get a hold of sales to buy a tool to remove the handguard on my A1 and have yet to get someone to answer the phone. I guess it's not just me.
Kind of disappointing given the price point
I did, but nothing seemed out of place to me.Winny,
Have you taken the skins off? The mag release is about as simple as it can be... Any issue would be extremely easy to detect by opening the hood.
Here are 2 pics showing pressed and unpressed.Can you take a few photos?
took about an hour with the jeweler file, but got the trigger adjusted, and it made an absolute world of diference. Still not a TT Diamond, but definitely not a hindrance now.
I put a thin coat of oil over the bare metal, but did anyone do any more than that? Also, the loctite appilicator isnt the most precise, so i had to use a toothpick to get it around the rim of the screw - has any tried using a shorter set screw as a lock for the creep screw? im not seeing any downside and just a little more assurance it wont back out and change the pull.
DT really needs to step up their game. You can't fail to answer the phone and generally be unreliable and not take care of folks' problems selling rifles at this cost point. There should NEVER be a problem getting a hold of ANY department there - sales, warranty, etc. Answer on the second stinking ring, or hire more folks and figure out how to retain employees. I don't care what's going on with the MDR, they have an existing base to support, and they need to get their act together big time and manage that company properly.
Any you guys shooting 6.5x47 barrels having any feeding issues?
I've had feeding issues during PRS matches when running the bolt quick. I generally attribute it to one of my mags and improper bolt manipulation on my part, not the caliber. I can run my 6.5x47 pretty hard, but I find that the faster I work the bolt the higher the likelihood of having a miss-feed or knocking the ejecting brass back into the action, both really kill a stage.
Thanks for your input. I will using this barrel just for hunting so that shouldn’t be an issue for me.
When you say feeding issues, what are you experiencing? Have you chamfered and polished your mags feed lips, it helps ALOT and that precious Lapua brass doesn't get (as many) gouges.
I don’t have the barrel yet, I just heard there were issues with the DT feeding x47 ammo. Your info was what I was looking for. I spoke with DT and they say it feeds with no issues, so before I let go of $1200 just wanting get more of you guys opinions and what the issues were.
Thanks Elvis, I’m going to try a 16.5” barrel suppressed with 130g with Varget. Hopefully I’ll get at least 2600fps out of it. Just think it will make a handy whitetail gun.I know that short mag cases have more issues, you shouldn't have any issue with the 6.5x47. My factory DT barrel is a laser and holds 0.5moa. The twist is 1 in 8.5" for the factory barrel so it prefers 130gr bullets.
Look at ES tactical for lower price point barrels:
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In the other direction, my Short Action Custom Barrels are even more accurate than my factory barrel, but they are $$$$!
Best of luck!
who was making the 3D printed single shot ammo sled?
Yes, and for a reason.Does the HTI have a 0 MOA top rail?
I too am looking at the6.5x47 not as a hunting round but for the accuracy. From the research that I have done from Zak Smith and others the 6.5 creed 260 6.5x47 are all right there with the 47 just bumping the other two. The distances I will mostly be shooting are 100 to 350. May be able to get 800 from time to time. Anyone see a problem or can make a better selection.
Thanks I will start to research more on the creed than the 47. I knew it was high in price. But ouch
Yes, but not for a reason, except it is simply a 0 MOA rail. The end user can decide if his/her needs/range and particular scope require additional elevation. A 20 MOA rail would be nice for sure and is standard on AI's and even the RPR. DT's are awesome weapons but the 0 MOA rail seems a bit dated for their purpose and ability. All IMHO.
Lets try not to clutter this thread with a cartridge comparison discussion that already has several threads.
Lapua brass is available for all 3. That turns the conversation into which cartridge you like better. The best thing is that with the Desert Tech platform, you can get all 3 barrels and make your own determination!!
http://www.snipershide.com/shooting/threads/6-5mm-creedmoor-vs-6-5mmx47-vs-260-rem.220183/
http://www.snipershide.com/shooting/threads/6-5x47-lapua-vs-6-5-creedmoor.105658/
http://www.snipershide.com/shooting/threads/6-5-creedmoor-6-5x47.6874977/
http://forum.accurateshooter.com/threads/260-rem-6-5-creedmoor-or-6-5-x-47-lapua-and-why.3770168/
https://rifleshooter.com/2016/10/wh...oter.com/threads/6-5x47-vs-creedmoor.3792274/
http://demigodllc.com/articles/6.5-shootout-260-6.5x47-6.5-creedmoor/
http://www.65creedmoor.com/index.php?topic=6582.0
http://benchrest.com/showthread.php?94049-6-5-creedmoor-vs-6-5x47-lapua
My question is if one feeds better than the other in the DT platform? Do 130g or 147g make any difference in feeding?
No, I'm shooting 123s and 142s out of mine with no issues.
Winny94,Has anyone had to deal w/ DT customer service? My mag release on the right side won't release on my new SRS and I can't get a hold of anyone there. Are they on vacation?
Thanks for reaching out. Email sent. Looking forward to hearing back!Winny94,
I am new to the DT warranty team. Feel free to email me, [email protected]. I am sorry you have had a hard time getting in touch with us. Respectfully,
Steve
A few more newb questions.
1) Does anyone use the bolt stop on short action cartridges?
2) What's the trick to not knock spent brass back into the channel? I'm starting to get pretty comfortable with the bolt throw, but I had 2 instances today where the spent case fell back in and jammed it up
3)Anyone try the hoptic saddle blanket? Thoughts? Shooting in 20 degree temps, that hard plastic cheek rest got a bit frigid haha4
4) looking at putting in an order from the member here who makes barrel cases - anyone have a 30" tube w/ either a area419 sidewinder or PVA Shockwave brake? What is the OAL length.
I have an atlas on mine. Non rotating leg versionI just recently picked up my SRS-A1 in 6.5 Creedmoor. I was wondering if anyone had a recommendation on bipods. I really plan on using the rifle for target shooting and maybe eventually some PRS matches. I am in the process of getting a USO B-25 for it.